There’s so many exterior restoration contractors out there; how do you decide who’s right for your business? We caught up with Chris Walden, our Vice President of National Accounts, who shared 5 non-negotiables you should look for in a commercial roofing contractor. No upfront payments As a client, you should have full confidence that your contractor is able to fully …
Combating Commercial Steep Slope Roof Winter Issues
Steep Slope Snow Pileup Too much snow on your commercial property’s roof can compromise its structural integrity. Though commercial buildings are strong and durable, they have a maximum weight limit like any other structure. Monitor snow buildup as it persists and have a snow removal plan in place. Ice Damming Ice dams occur when the upper areas of an icy roof …
Combating Commercial Low Slope Roof Winter Issues
Low Slope Snow Pileup and Ice Damming As snow piles up and ice dams form, this can result in clogged drainage systems and roof collapses. It’s a good idea to have an ice and snow removal plan before bad weather commences. Mother Nature can easily foster conditions for snow and ice to accumulate without allowing time for cycles of de-thawing and …
Roofing Trends To Lookout For in 2020
The focus in 2020 and every year after this is to create new innovative roofs that can meet energy needs, while protect the home from harsh weather conditions like a hail storm. There are 4 conventional yet innovative Roofing Trends To Lookout For in the year 2020. Metal roofs Metal roofs have risen in popularity over the years and 2020 …
8 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home
It’s the New Year and for most people, both your health and your home could use some improvement. So at Aspen Contracting we’ve come up with 8 New Year’s Resolutions for your home that will make it feel new and improved, just like you as you work on being healthier this year. Get Rid Of Clutter January is a good time …
What New Commercial Property Managers Should Know About Their Roof
As a new property manager, you’ve got a lot to take in regarding your building. The roof is definitely something to pay attention to upfront. Keep reading for a list of 5 key factors to consider in your introduction to your property’s roof maintenance. 1. What repairs the maintenance department has on record You can find out tons of useful …
Employee Spotlight: Ashley Kelley
From our warranty department to our commercial division, Office Support Specialist Ashley has seen it all and done it all at Aspen. A true asset to our team, she’s played an integral role in helping Aspen’s grow over the years. How’d you get started with Aspen? I worked in accounting. We originally worked out of the Omaha office, and I …
How to Hang Holiday Lights on Your Roof
Are you determined to have the best Christmas lights on your block? If so, here are a few quick tips on how to hang up Christmas lights on your roof and gutters. Take a good look at the house and determine where you want them to run. Then its time to measure. You want to measure to figure out how many strands you’ll …
Covers 4 Others 2019
According to Nationwide Insurance, about two out of every three homes in America are underinsured, some by 60% or more. In addition, many homeowners completely lack homeowner’s insurance and don’t have anything to fall back on in the event of a disaster. Not only can unresolved damage result in major financial loss, but the stress can spill over into other …
5 Tips to Prepare Your Roofs and Gutters for the Winter
Winter is just around the corner. It’s important that we add roofs and gutters to that Fall Home Maintenance checklist. Just like preparing for the holidays and getting the kids ready for the cold weather by pulling out winterwear, making sure your roof and gutters are in good condition is vital. Below are 5 Tips to prepare your roofs …